had elected
- past perfect of elect.
Example Sentences
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A statement from Steelers president Art Rooney said Tomlin, who had two years remaining on his contract, had elected to step down following the team's 30-6 wild card loss to the Houston Texans on Monday.
From Barron's ● Jan. 13, 2026
On Thursday afternoon, the chip industry’s trade group, the Semiconductor Industry Association, said that it had elected Su as its new chair.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 21, 2025
Walmart said that its board had elected Furner to succeed McMillon as the company’s president and CEO, a move that takes effect Feb. 1.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 15, 2025
But those were chaotic hours, sparking protests, fear and uncertainty in the country that had elected him.
From BBC ● Dec. 4, 2024
She had elected not to use an ice cube, since it was steeped at 180° and not a full boil.
From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram
